Police intercept SUV with fake Presidency plate in Abuja

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: October 22, 2026Country: Nigeria

Crime & Law

Police intercept SUV with fake Presidency plate in Abuja

FCT police arrested a suspect on October 20, 2026, after intercepting a Lexus LX570 in Abuja’s Maitama District. The SUV carried a concealed plate marked “PRESIDENCY” with registration number 10B218 FG. Police spokesperson SP Josephine Adeh said the registration documents were found to be forged, despite the suspect claiming the plate was legitimate. The suspect is also alleged to have impersonated a Permanent Secretary attached to the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation.

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